Harris begins paying restitution to Richwood

9:04 PM,
Oct. 10, 2012

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Former Richwood Mayor Ed Harris paid the town of Richwood restitution in September, but a probation hearing will still be held next month regarding his current employment with the town.

Harris, who was convicted of malfeasance in office in 2010, was hired in August by new Richwood Mayor Alvin Jackson to serve as the town's economic development adviser with an annual salary of $30,000.

Fourth Judicial District Judge Wilson Rambo said Wednesday he was informed by Harris' probation and parole officer that Harris began paying his restitution in September. ...